Senior Hardware Development Engineer , Customer Terminals

Senior Hardware Development Engineer , Customer TerminalsAmazon LEO is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Amazon LEO will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.Leo's Customer Terminal organization is responsible for developing low cost Consumer Terminals based on phased array antennas and commercial PCB processes/materials. Both projects are a first for Amazon, requiring unique architecture, hardware, processes, and tools developed within Leo to scale to a diverse set of customers in the next 5-10 years.Senior Hardware Engineers at Leo lead cross-functional efforts related to the consumer terminal antenna board development. They are the single-threaded owner of the Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), collaborating with their peers from silicon, RF, antenna, technical program management, and mechanical from concept/architecture phase through functional, environmental testing and integration phases. The Senior Hardware Engineer will have a complete understanding of how their design changes impact downstream partners such as operations, supply chain, product management, and reliability. They will daily make high-value judgements on tactical vs strategic decisions to achieve the system performance targets and maintain schedules despite unexpected challenges.Senior Hardware Engineers solve problems with increasing technical and operational ambiguity, and work cross-functionally to do so. Additionally, their work can be either a PCBA board leader, driving a cross-functional team, or a domain expert delivering optimized sub-systems. In both cases, they are expected to work across functional boundaries, influence peer groups, and ensure the hardware they are delivering is optimized at a system level.Technical Areas and ResponsibilitiesBe the single-threaded owner for PCBA development from concept through productionDesign high-speed digital and/or RF circuitry in collaboration with various teamsDesign and optimize different blocks of electronics sub-systemsSchematic capture and lead PCB layoutLead PCB vendor engagement for DFM reviewOptimize PCB stack-up for costDesign DC/DC power supply and Point of LoadSupport flow‑down requirement definitions and generate test plans/proceduresBoard bring‑up and perform test campaigns of modules and subsystemsSupport design of automated test systems, test fixtures and factory testSupport the transition of the designs to mass productionExport Control RequirementDue to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Basic QualificationsExperience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test proceduresPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalentExperience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to productionExperience with the project management of technical projectsEqual Employment OpportunityAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Compensation and BenefitsOur compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.#J-18808-Ljbffr